Nehemiah Rindoria | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award | 2756

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Dr. Nehemiah Rindoria | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Kisii University | Kenya 

Dr. Nehemiah Mogoi Rindoria is an accomplished zoologist and aquatic parasitologist with extensive academic, research, and supervisory experience in African freshwater ecosystems. He serves as a lecturer in Biological Sciences at Kisii University and is affiliated as a postdoctoral research fellow with the SARChI Chair in Ecosystem Health at the University of Limpopo. His expertise centers on fish and amphibian parasites, integrating morphological, molecular, and scanning electron microscopy approaches to understand parasite diversity, host–parasite interactions, and ecosystem health. Dr. Rindoria has published widely in high-impact international journals and actively contributes to global parasitology and aquatic science conferences. He has successfully supervised postgraduate students at honours, master’s, and doctoral levels and examined theses across multiple institutions. His professional profile is strengthened by competitive international fellowships, research grants, academic leadership roles, curriculum development, peer-review service, and strong community engagement in education and governance.

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Dr. Fatimah Aljedaani | Research Excellence | Women Researcher Award | 2751

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Dr. Fatimah Aljedaani | Research Excellence | Women Researcher Award

King Abdullah university for science and technology (KAUST) | Saudi Arabia

Fatimah Rajeh Aljedaani is a highly accomplished bioscientist and postdoctoral researcher at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), specializing in genome engineering, synthetic biology, plant developmental biology, and cyanobacterial biotechnology. Her research integrates molecular and cell biology with advanced genetic tools to engineer metabolic pathways for the sustainable production of high-value bioactive compounds. She has extensive expertise in CRISPR-based technologies, confocal microscopy, and HPLC, alongside strong lab management and mentorship skills. Fatimah has authored and co-authored influential publications in leading journals, contributing significantly to plant science, microbial biotechnology, and genome editing. She actively serves the scientific community as a reviewer and mentor while collaborating in diverse international research environments. Driven by a vision to become a leader in bioscience research, she is committed to advancing innovation, sustainability, and capacity building in biotechnology, while contributing meaningfully to scientific progress and national development initiatives.

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S M Rafiquzzaman | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. S M Rafiquzzaman | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Gazipur Agricultural University | Bangladesh

S. M. Rafiquzzaman is a senior academic and researcher serving as Professor in the Department of Fisheries Biology and Aquatic Environment at Gazipur Agricultural University, Bangladesh. His expertise spans seaweed culture and biotechnology, seaweed processing, food science, aquaculture nutrition, fish feed development, microbiology, probiotics, fermentation, and sustainable aquaculture systems. He has extensive teaching, research, and administrative experience, including leadership roles as Dean, Department Head, Provost, and quality assurance administrator. His international exposure includes doctoral training in biotechnology and visiting scientist appointments abroad, alongside consultancy roles with national and international organizations on seaweed cultivation, saline agriculture, and wetland assessment. He has contributed influential book chapters and published widely in high-impact journals, with research focusing on seaweed polysaccharides, bioactive compounds, functional feed additives, probiotics, aquaculture health, and climate-resilient crop and aquatic systems. His work integrates biotechnology and sustainability to support food security, environmental resilience, and innovation in fisheries and aquaculture.

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Arsalan Heydarian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arsalan Heydarian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Virginia (UVA)/ civil and environmental engineering department | United States

Arsalan Heydarian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia, with affiliated appointments in Systems and Information Engineering and Computer Engineering, and active involvement in the UVA Link Lab. His research lies at the intersection of human-centered infrastructure, smart and healthy buildings, indoor environmental quality, virtual and augmented reality, and intelligent transportation systems. He is internationally recognized for advancing immersive simulation, sensor-based analytics, and data-driven methods to understand human behavior in built and transportation environments. His scholarly work addresses pedestrian and cyclist safety, indoor air quality monitoring, human–building interaction, and digital decision-support tools for infrastructure planning. His publications appear in leading journals spanning building science, transportation psychology, social behavior, and experimental analytics, reflecting strong interdisciplinary and international collaboration. His research contributions are widely cited and supported by competitive funding, while his teaching, mentoring, and service have been recognized through multiple faculty and student-nominated awards.

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S M Rafiquzzaman | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. S M Rafiquzzaman | Research Excellence | Best Researcher Award

Gazipur Agricultural University | Bangladesh

S. M. Rafiquzzaman is a senior academic and researcher serving as Professor in the Department of Fisheries Biology and Aquatic Environment at Gazipur Agricultural University, Bangladesh. His expertise spans seaweed culture and biotechnology, seaweed processing, food science, aquaculture nutrition, fish feed development, microbiology, probiotics, fermentation, and sustainable aquaculture systems. He has extensive teaching, research, and administrative experience, including leadership roles as Dean, Department Head, Provost, and quality assurance administrator. His international exposure includes doctoral training in biotechnology and visiting scientist appointments abroad, alongside consultancy roles with national and international organizations on seaweed cultivation, saline agriculture, and wetland assessment. He has contributed influential book chapters and published widely in high-impact journals, with research focusing on seaweed polysaccharides, bioactive compounds, functional feed additives, probiotics, aquaculture health, and climate-resilient crop and aquatic systems. His work integrates biotechnology and sustainability to support food security, environmental resilience, and innovation in fisheries and aquaculture.

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Arsalan Heydarian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arsalan Heydarian | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

University of Virginia (UVA)/ civil and environmental engineering department | United States

Arsalan Heydarian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia, with affiliated appointments in Systems and Information Engineering and Computer Engineering, and active involvement in the UVA Link Lab. His research lies at the intersection of human-centered infrastructure, smart and healthy buildings, indoor environmental quality, virtual and augmented reality, and intelligent transportation systems. He is internationally recognized for advancing immersive simulation, sensor-based analytics, and data-driven methods to understand human behavior in built and transportation environments. His scholarly work addresses pedestrian and cyclist safety, indoor air quality monitoring, human–building interaction, and digital decision-support tools for infrastructure planning. His publications appear in leading journals spanning building science, transportation psychology, social behavior, and experimental analytics, reflecting strong interdisciplinary and international collaboration. His research contributions are widely cited and supported by competitive funding, while his teaching, mentoring, and service have been recognized through multiple faculty and student-nominated awards.

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Xavier Boucher | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Xavier Boucher | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Mines Saint Etienne | France

Professor Xavier Boucher is a Professor of Industrial Management at Mines Saint-Étienne, affiliated with the Center for Biomedical and Healthcare Engineering and the CNRS LIMOS laboratory. His research focuses on the design, management, and transformation of complex collaborative systems, with particular emphasis on territorial healthcare systems and Healthcare 5.0. Previously recognized internationally for his expertise in industrial servitization and product–service systems, he has led strategic research initiatives bridging engineering, decision systems, and organizational innovation. He has coordinated and contributed to numerous European and national research projects and plays an active role in the international scientific community through editorial responsibilities, expert reviews, and leadership in professional societies. Professor Boucher has an extensive publication record in leading journals and conferences in industrial engineering and manufacturing systems. His teaching covers industrial engineering, production and logistics management, enterprise modeling, information systems, and healthcare systems, with strong involvement in research-oriented master’s programs and academic leadership.


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Mohd Khaled Shambour | Computational Science | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Mohd Khaled Shambour | Computational Science | Research Excellence Award

Middle East University | Jordan

Mohd-Khaled Yousef Shambour is a Jordanian professor specializing in Intelligent System Techniques, optimization, and artificial intelligence. He holds a PhD in Intelligent Systems and advanced degrees in computer science, with extensive academic, research, and teaching experience across Jordan and Saudi Arabia. His research focuses on meta-heuristic and evolutionary optimization, data science, scheduling, and deep learning, with strong applications to large-scale real-world problems such as transportation, airport slot scheduling, resource allocation, and mega-event management. He has led and contributed to impactful community-oriented research, particularly in improving services for pilgrims during Hajj and Umrah using AI and data analytics. Prof. Shambour has published widely in high-quality international journals and conferences and serves as an associate editor and reviewer for leading scientific publishers. An experienced educator, he teaches courses spanning AI, machine learning, optimization, data analytics, and programming, and actively contributes to academic service, professional societies, and community development.

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Alejandro Martin-Montalvo | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Alejandro Martin-Montalvo | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

CABIMER CSIC | Spain

Alejandro Martin-Montalvo Sánchez is a Principal Investigator at CSIC-CABIMER, internationally recognized for his contributions to metabolism and aging research. His work focuses on developing pharmacological strategies to promote healthy aging and extend healthspan through experimental models ranging from yeast to mammals and translational human studies. He has authored more than sixty high-impact scientific publications, holds multiple patents, and maintains a strong citation record, reflecting sustained scientific influence. His research has helped establish key paradigms, including the role of metabolic modulators such as metformin, sirtuin activators, and hydrogen sulphide in delaying age-related decline. As leader of an emerging research group, he has successfully secured competitive funding, supervised doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, and built international collaborations with leading scientists. Beyond research, he actively contributes as a journal editor, reviewer, scientific evaluator, and mentor, while also engaging in public outreach and industry-linked translational projects aimed at improving human health and longevity.

 

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Laura Higueras Contreras | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Laura Higueras Contreras | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Instituto de Agroquímica y Tecnología de Alimentos | Spain

Laura Higueras Contreras is a Spanish researcher and academic specialized in Food Science, Food Technology, and Pharmacy, with advanced expertise in active and antimicrobial food packaging. She holds degrees in Food Science and Technology and Pharmacy, as well as a PhD with international distinction and additional postgraduate training in pharmaceutical research. Her scientific work focuses on biopolymers, chitosan-based materials, cyclodextrins, and sustainable packaging systems for food safety and shelf-life extension. She has extensive experience in publicly funded international, national, and regional R&D projects, contributing to experimental design, data analysis, and technical reporting. Her research output includes numerous peer-reviewed SCI publications, international book chapters, and conference contributions in food science, materials science, and packaging technology. In addition, she has participated in academic teaching, supervised final degree projects, and completed research stays at prestigious international institutions.

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